1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 164 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
